Russia’s Putin says ‘no point’ meeting Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for now

Vladimir Putin rejected an offer for in-person talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he sees 'no point' in such a meeting for now, at the St Petersburg economic forum. Zelenskyy responded that the refusal shows Russia chooses war. Putin called Zelenskyy's letter rude and insincere. Peace talks remain stalled due to Russia's insistence on retaining seized territory.